Environmental Compliance Manager — Projects & Brownfield

Atlas; Kentucky; On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with company match

Life and disability insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

PPE supplied

Job summary

Atlas in the Ohio Valley is seeking an Environmental Compliance Manager (Project Manager) to lead compliance programs for industrial and commercial clients and support brownfield redevelopment. You will manage permits, reporting, audits, and deliverable timelines while coordinating with clients, regulators, and project teams.

Ideal candidates have 5–10+ years of hands-on experience with EPA/state regulations, permitting, and site assessments, plus strong project management and communication

Qualifications

• 5–10+ years of environmental compliance experience in industrial, manufacturing, or energy/chemical environments, with direct responsibility for permits, reporting, and audits.
• Strong working knowledge of EPA and state regulations (CAA, CWA/NPDES, RCRA, EPCRA/Tier II/TRI, TSCA) and ability to interpret and apply requirements in real-world settings.
• Proven experience managing compliance programs, closing audit findings, and implementing corrective actions across teams.
• Hands-on experience with permitting and reporting programs (e.g., air permits/Title V, SWPPP, SPCC, NPDES, hazardous waste, Tier II/TRI).
• Experience conducting or managing Phase I/II Environmental Site Assessments and supporting site history research.
• Strong project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects, track deadlines, and deliver high-quality work on time and on budget.
• Clear and practical communication skills, with the ability to translate complex regulatory requirements for clients, operators, and stakeholders.
• Detail-oriented and accountable, with strong organizational, analytical (Excel/data), and problem-solving skills; certifications (e.g., PE, CHMM, QEP, CPESC) are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead environmental compliance programs across air, water, waste, and chemical regulations (CAA, CWA/NPDES, RCRA, EPCRA, TSCA), ensuring client operations meet all applicable requirements.
• Manage permits, reporting, and compliance documentation—maintaining accurate records and ensuring all regulatory deadlines are met.
• Serve as a primary point of contact for clients, regulators, and project partners—providing clear guidance on compliance strategy and requirements.
• Conduct compliance audits, identify gaps, and implement corrective actions to reduce risk and maintain audit-ready operations.
• Lead SPCC and SWPPP program implementation, inspections, and corrective actions to support safe and compliant site operations.
• Support project delivery by managing scope, schedule, budget, and team coordination, including assigning work and tracking progress.
• Contribute to business growth through client relationship management, proposal development, and identifying new opportunities.
• Support environmental site assessments and brownfield projects while tracking regulatory changes and translating them into actionable updates.

Skills

Project management

Regulatory compliance

Client relationship

Data analysis

Permitting & reporting

Regulatory interpretation

Education

PE certification

CHMM

QEP

CPESC

Job description

Atlas in the Ohio Valley is seeking an Environmental Compliance Manager (Project Manager) to lead compliance programs for industrial and commercial clients and support brownfield redevelopment. You will manage permits, reporting, audits, and deliverable timelines while coordinating with clients, regulators, and project teams.

Ideal candidates have 5–10+ years of hands-on experience with EPA/state regulations, permitting, and site assessments, plus strong project management and communication